# Zelensky warns Russia is beginning ‘additional mobilization,’ with more North Korean troops expected

https://mins.news/en/item/77662

- The Kyiv Independent, 2026-09-28 20:20 UTC
- World
- Original: https://kyivindependent.com/russia-beginning-additional-mobilization-of-troops-north-korean-recruitment-zelensky-warns/

> Volodymyr Zelensky warned that Russia has begun additional mobilization through various recruitment methods and is seeking greater foreign involvement in its armed forces. He said North Korea is preparing to send another 10,000 troops to Ukraine, while Russia provides Pyongyang with technological assistance, including for Shahed drone production. Russian media also reported that Putin approved an increase in troop numbers.

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